Refiner's Fire

Sin separates us from God...

By Emmanuel Joy

June 2008 - Karunya

Keyword : Sin

Hi young friends...,hearty
welcome to this page in the name of our Lord and savior Jesus
Christ.
I'm indeed delighted to write my first message for our Lord in a
website. I pray "Jesus, my Father bless these words
for your name sake..amen"
God is holy and righteous. In Him there is no sin. He created man in
His own image. But man lost his glory because of 'sin'. Even before
man was created, Satan took his initiative to sin and was
casted out from heaven by God.

THE WAGES OF SIN IS DEATH :
Sin entered the world through Adam and Eve. God had a test for them.
"And the Lord God commanded the man, "You
may freely eat of every tree of the garden; but of the tree of the
knowledge of good and evil you shall not eat, for in the day that
you eat of it you shall die - Genesis 2:16,17". They failed
to pass the 'first test'
due to disobedience. And sin separated them from God, the Almighty
Transgression of the law is also a sin. "Whoever says, 'I've come to
know him' but does not obey His commandments is a liar, and in him
the truth does not exists - I John 3:4". "All men are conceived and
born in sin [Ps 51:5]".
All the imaginations of his heart are evil. Sin brings us shame and
guilty conscious. It ultimately brings forth the wrath of God.

"For the wrath
of God is revealed against all ungodliness and wickedness".
Dear friend !

Sin is an abominable
thing that God hates. "The way of the wicked is an abomination to
the Lord - Proverbs 15:9". Most of the sins are preceded by
temptations. However, "No one , when tempted should say 'I'm being
tempted of God' - James 1:14".
Our sins may delay our blessing from the Almighty.
Dear Reader, you've to understand that temptation is not sin. But
having sinful thoughts is sin. Even when Jesus was living as a son
of man he was tempted by Satan in the wilderness. Ultimately Jesus
conquered victory by the awesome power of His unfailing Holy word. Do not worry for God knows to deliver his
children from the hour of temptation.

Misunderstanding the commandment of God very seriously and sincerely
is also sin. The best example for this is worshipping idols whatever
it may be. God condemns idol worship. He hates it.

"4. You shall have no other gods before Me. You shall not make for
yourself a carved image-any likeness of anything that is in heaven
above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water
under the earth;
5. you shall not bow down to them nor serve them.
For I, the Lord your God, am a jealous God.
- Exodus 20:4,5".

If you give anyone or anything in this world more priority than
giving to God then he/she/it is your IDOL ! He is your beloved one.
He loves you so much. He does not want anyone to take His place in
you.
Do not hurt God because of your sins, grieve not the Holy Spirit who
is a gentle and loving person. Living a self centered life is sin,
rather a God centered life is worthwhile.

MAY I LIST OUT TO YOU SOME MORE SINS:
[May the Holy Spirit help you to find out more as you meditate the
scriptures]

BEWARE - BE AWARE - O THIS GENERATION
If you say that you are a Christian be sure not to blaspheme the
Lord your God at any cost. Live a life that will reflect the image
of your creator with a good witness.

"21 You, therefore, who teach another, do you not teach yourself?
You who preach that a man should not steal, do you steal?
22 You who say, "Do not commit adultery," do you commit adultery?
You who abhor idols, do you rob temples? 23 You who make your boast
in the law, do you dishonor God through breaking the law? 24 For
"the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you,"
as it is written. - Rom 2:22

THE HOPE - CHRIST JESUS :

As
humans we sin and we fail, yet he remains faithful.

His merciful promises:

"Though your sins are like scarlet, They shall be as white as snow;
Though they are red like crimson, They shall be as wool. 19 If you
are willing and obedient, You shall eat the good of the land; 20 But
if you refuse and rebel, You shall be devoured by the sword"; For
the mouth of the Lord has spoken. - Isaiah 1:19,20

"the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin. -I John
1:7"

The cleansing power of His blood is amazing. It was shed before 2000
years on the cross of Calvary. And now if and only if you trust Him,
he will lead you safe.

Please continue to Read, its for you...

Quench not your faith in Jesus, my friend, for he is always there to
help you out. The Lord understands your weakness. Just confess your
sins to Jesus. He hasn't forgotten you. His arms are always wide
open to hug you, kiss you and embrace you. When he moved in this
world as the son of God, he moved with compassion, he healed the
sick, cleansed the leper. and forgave the sins of many when they
came to him. Yet he was trampled on the ground and was crucified by
the sinners. Still he said, "Father, forgive them. they do not know
what they are doing". The same Jesus is there for you today. Do not
crucify this sweet Jesus by your sins once again. HE LOVES YOU SO...
MUCH. He is unchanging all powerful, very loving and indeed supreme.

Take one step to Jesus, he'll take one thousand steps to you.

STAND FIRM - TILL THE END

Finally brothers and sisters, you've to understand that in a Christian's life trials and tribulations will come for Jesus himself
said "In the world you will have tribulations; But, behold, I've
conquered the world".
And Jesus himself has promised us a comforter, The Holy Spirit. Long
for his presence. Let him fill you everyday. He will mould you
according to His desire !

Draw closer to Him through personal prayer.

In order lead a successful and victorious Christian life lay your
foundation on the word of God.

Flee from evil and temptations.
Fight against all powers of darkness.
Follow Jesus 24*7.

PRAYER:
If you are a young person struggling who wants to live a victorious life with
Jesus, will you make this small prayer now ?Jesus, my father I adore you. I just need you. I understand that a
life without you is absolutely meaningless, no matter whatever
knowledge I may acquire in this world. Lord I love you. Come into my
heart, O Spirit of the Living God. Transform me, mould me according
to your desire. Forgive my sins and wash me with your cleansing
blood and make me pure. Help me to forget the past, press on what is
ahead of me and to be under your shelter always. Hold me close let
your love surround me. Search me O, Lord and teach me your ways.
Reveal your heart to me and give me the joy in serving you...
In Jesus' magnificent name, Amen !!

God loves you friend. Check out this zone regularly.
Peace be with you. Bye !